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27th Annual Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Festival Kicks Off This Weekend! “Celebrating Women in Jazz” Page 8

“Everything’s new and everything’s shiny…but we know what happened" Page 3

East Side Garden Walk & Children’s Festival! Page 5

"A Family Affair” Honors Life Of Young Gun Victim Page 7

Driving An Ambulance While Black in Rochester: Cop Cuffs EMT Worker Page 2 Congratulations Superintendent Williams!

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INSIDE ROCHESTER

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COMMENTARY / RACISM REPORT

ROCHESTER PERMANENTLY DESIGNATES INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY

A Rochester Police Department investigator parked his car in the ambulance bay at Strong Memorial Hospital. A Black female EMT hit the cop’s door while unloading a patient. The investigator insisted on ID. The EMT insisted on bringing the patient inside. In footage from inside the hospital the officer entered the hospital and approached the EMT, who was working with a patient on a gurney in the bay. The officer walked in, placed both hands behind the EMT's back, and put on the handcuffs. The officer then led the EMT out of the hospital while holding onto the EMT's handcuffs. The EMT was removed from the handcuffs after a supervisor arrived and did not face any charges. He’s been placed on desk duty. An internal investigation was ordered. Following are excerpts from a commentary by Rochester columnist Howard Eagle in reference to the incident.

The Rochester City Council has unanimously voted to permanently recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the City of Rochester on each second Monday in October. The legislation changes Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples’ Day. In 2022, Indigenous Peoples’ Day will be officially celebrated on October 10th in the City of Rochester and City offices will be officially closed.

Driving an Ambulance While Black In Rochester

“It's impossible to solve problems, if we deny their existence.”

ochester, NY is back in national news again, and the central issue is not merely a matter of one, single, out-ofcontrol, White, Rochester Police Department (RPD) officer manhandling a Black, EMT ambulance worker (while she was in the process of attending to a patient at Rochester's most prestigious hospital Strong Memorial Hospital ). It's much deeper than that. More than likely, the real, central issue and problem is long standing, ongoing, individual and institutional racism. How do we know this? We know by virtue of the historical record, which (to paraphrase the late, great, grassroots scholar, Malik El Shabazz), "is best qualified to reward our research." No doubt, some will argue, there's no proof that the attack of the Black female EMT worker by a White male cop has anything to do with race or racism. Some will even attempt to label the mention of it as representing the silly notion of so-called "playing the race card," and will have the audacity to demand proof - 'riddle me this: when is the last time you witnessed a White, male RPD member attack a White woman ambulance worker or otherwise ? Now, ask yourself the same question regarding Black females. At least several outstanding situations should come to mind immediately. We remember Brenda Hardaway, right? How can we forget the punch squarely to the side of her head, and being slammed to the ground (during pregnancy)? How about the Black Howard woman that an RPD officer pepper-sprayed and tackled to the ground in EAGLE front of her 3-year old child last year? We remember the 10 year old Black girl that RPD handcuffed during a routine traffic stop in 2020, right? And how could we ever forget the 9-year-old girl that RPD handcuffed and pepper sprayed last year, and told her, "you did it to yourself"? Surely there have been others. I'll wait for the White list. Of course some have attempted to portray the most recent attack as an isolated incident. Even the ambulance company for which the attacked Black woman works, attempted to portray it as such. They issued a half-hearted, milk-toast statement of "support" for the Black employee, but still maintained in part that: "We would, however, appreciate resisting derogatory comments against RPD as an organization. This incident was perpetrated by a single individual and subject to investigation by his employer, everyone is entitled to due process regardless of opinion. " The unadulterated truth of the matter is that clearly this is not an isolated incident at all. These types of actions on the part of RPD have happened to Black folks, over and over again, literally for decades. The fact that media pundits, governmental and business officials, and other powContinued Page11

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“Everything’s new and everything’s shiny…but we know what happened …we know what it took to look this way.” -Jillian Hanesworth

As Tops Reopens, The Conversation Continues…

Congratulations Superintendent Williams! Last Thursday, July 14, the Board of Education skipped the traditional national search and instead voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Tonja M. Williams to Superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools. She was sworn in before a packed crowd of family, friends, colleagues, well wishers and community leaders who gathered in the Council Chambers to show their support. Dr. Williams “hit the ground running’” after being named to the interim position in March following the resignation of Dr. Kriner Cash; impressing the board with her work ethic and show of concern for Buffalo Public School students and her engagement with the community. In April the Common Council approved a resolution urging the school board to make selecting a local candidate like Dr. Williams, a priority. Many see her experience working for the school system for 32 years as a plus. She has served in a variety of rolls, starting out as a counselor and rising through the ranks to include principal and administrative positions. Perhaps the most attractive thing about her serving as head of the Buffalo Schools is the fact that Dr. Williams herself is a Buffalo native. She is a graduate of Riverside High School and grew up on the East side. She, as well as her supporters, feel that her keen understanding of the district will be a plus in this demanding role. It is a district in need of change and faces many challenges. Dr. Williams thanked her family and supporters. She is the mother of two, yet considers all 31,000 Buffalo Public School children her “other children” as well. She made it clear that she was up to the task, and urged naysayers to “...stand to the side as we get to the business of moving this district forward.”

Memorial Service For Crystal Boling-Barton A Memorial Service & Dedication Celebrating the Life, Love and Legacy of Mrs. Crystal Boling-Barton will be held on Saturday July 23, 11am at McKinley High School 1500 Elmwood Ave. The service is open to the public.

wo months to the day that the massacre took place at the tops Market on Jefferson Avenue in the heart of Buffalo’s Black community, resulting in the tragic deaths of 10 innocent Black men and women at the hands of a White supremacist, the new, redesigned store re-opened. The improved changes are noticeable, from a new sales floor layout and LED lighting ,to 25% more fresh produce space, an expanded fresh organic foods section and an emphasis on promoting products from Black owned businesses including Sadie’s Relish, Boss Sauce, Sylvia’s , Neilly’s Rice Mixs and Skin Care Essentials by Jill and more. The security system, has been enhanced; lighting in the parking lot, upgraded; additional exits within the store and additional security staff. Seventy five percent of the store’s employees have reportedly chosen to come back to work at the store. The memorial "water wall" tribute to the victims of the May 14th shooting was tastefully created, consisting of a large waterfall as a backdrop to an iconic poem by the city’s talented and visionary young Poet Laureate, Jillian Hanesworth (see page 11) . Culturally enriching and relevant are the African Adinkra symbols that adorn the outside and entrance to the store and an Urban Street Art Exhibition near the market. Jillian was a guest on WBFO last week where she expressed her feelings about the Tops opening and her poem. “Everything’s new and everything’s shiny…but we know what happened …we know what it took to look this way” she said. She expressed the hope that all who read her poem will be comforted. “I want them to feel a sense of healing…I wrote this poem at Broderick Park…the last stop before (enslaved) Black people crossed over to Canada…when I was writing this I was thinking about that and how much life is actually in water and how water has been such a significant symbol of transition for Black and Brown people…so I want people to feel healing… to be able to look at it and kind of breathe a little bit…as a community we need time to just breathe you know?” -The Conversation ContinuesCouncil Member Bishop Darius Pridgen acknowledged the “mixed emotions" around the reopening of the store during a prayer at the dedication. Such emotions were ironically fueled, for example, by the decision to bar the public from taking part in the memorial service ahead of the July 15 opening on Thursday. A fenced in parking lot kept out disappointed neighbors who had gathered there. One woman remarked that it was hurtful because as community residents they were not allowed to participate. Community activist Cariole Horne held a sign which read: “You want us to shop here yet you have a gate keeping us out now.” Organizers of the event said it was all done in the interest of security. There have been several demonstrators at the site expressing issues from believing the store reopened too soon to one store simply not being enough in the community, “The media has slanted this as a community divided, us against them. We want the same things ,” Jerome Wright told Spectrum News.. And despite the variation of emotions in the wake of an extremely traumatic and devastating event, he assured “ This community is agreeable about one thing, that one store is not enough, has never been enough and the tragedy has exposed…and exacerbated the concerns of our community.” Protestors were also protesting abandoned properties and empty lots they said should be home for new establishments – and that if local officials are not making it happen they will. “Community Meetings where residents can envision possibilities together,” is the next step he said. As activists they plan to take action for more options.

THE CONVERSATION CONTINUES: From Welcome Back to Protest. Street Legacy Photos

THE MYLES REPORT TOPS: Reflections On The Reopening Page 10

Who Were The Moors? hen the topic of the W Moorish influence in Europe is being discussed,

one of the first questions that arise is, what race were they? Author and historian Chancellor Williams said “the original Moors, like the original Egyptians, were Black Africans.” The 16th century English playwright William Shakespeare used the word Moor as a synonym for African. His contemporary Christopher Marlowe also used African and Moor interchangeably. Arab writers further buttress the Black identity of the Moors. The powerful Moorish Emperor Yusuf ben-Tachfin is described by an Arab chronicler as “a brown man with wooly hair.” Black soldiers, specifically identified as Moors, were actively recruited by Rome, and served in Britain, France, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, Poland, and Romania. St. Maurice, patron saint of medieval Europe, was only one of many black soldiers and officers under the employ of the Roman Empire. Although generations of Universal Education The Moors brought enormous learning to Spain that over centuries would percolate through the rest of Europe. The intellectual achievements of the Moors in Spain had a lasting effect; education was universal in MoorContinued Page 12

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East Side Garden Walk Returns with Children's Garden Festival: Inspiring Gardening with Family Fun for All!

Jefferson Business Association “Meet and Greet” The Greater Jefferson Avenue Business Association will host a “Meet and Greet” on Saturday, July 23 at the Apollo Theatre for two presentations at 10 a.m. and 12 Noon. Established businesses or businesses in the developmental stages interested in improving business and building a stronger business network are invited to attend.

She Means Business!

“She Means Business,” a free virtual 7-week intensive program for start-up and existing women entrepreneurs, starts July 26th. Win up to $5,000 in Pitch Competition. Hosted by The Enterprise Center at PathStone and Citizens Bank. For info email Duncanekirkwood@gmail.com

Game-Changing Event for Minority Businesses Capital Connect to Provide Access to Major Funding

The biggest challenge that many minority and women-owned businesses face when looking to grow and expand is access to funding. Capital Connect, a collaboration of four Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) located in the Western NY region, is looking to provide funding, technical assistance, and mentorship to help businesses across our community grow. Capital Connect is comprised of: Launch NY, The Enterprise Center at PathStone, Pursuit, and Westminster Economic Development Initiative (WEDI), and will host a free virtual training to teach businesses about managing their financials and provide them with information to access business funding and timely information about how to obtain grants. Event Title: Money and Finance • Date: July 27, 2022 Time: 4 – 5:30 pm RSVP at: Capitalconnect7.eventbrite.com

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YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR

Kaden Reese, age 6, had a Lemonade & Cookie sale/ stand outside Hair It Is Salon on Elmwood July 1st. The delicious cookies sold out immediately, and the tasty lemonade was served in an adult juice pouch for only $5. He had a very successful day and sold out of everything. Congratulations Kaden, we hope to see your stand again before the summer is over!

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The East Side Garden Walk returns for a fourth year from 10am-3pm on July 23 & 24 with new family friendly activities. The event is a free, self-guided tour of over 70 Gardens! More than a garden tour, the East Side Garden Walk is a way for Buffalo’s East Side residents to take control of the narrative for their community. They share gardens, stories, and a spirit of perseverance with those from within and outside their neighborhoods. The Garden Walk is creating positive stories of our homes and our neighborhood because this community matters. We use our love of gardening and community to create connections between gardeners, neighbors, and visitors. This event is transforming our neighborhood by providing the spotlight for gardeners to "show out," by encouraging change, and inviting new ideas and growth. The Garden Walk also provides a way for those living outside the East Side to show up and help out in a fun community building event. Don't miss this chance to be a good neighbor. CHILDREN’S GARDEN FESTIVAL! East Side Garden Walk is pleased to be hosting our first ever Children's Garden Festival on July 23 3:30-7:30pm at Box Avenue Park, 66 Box Ave. The Children's Garden Festival is a free admission *Saturdays Public Market event loaded with garden 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday activities, bounce houses, *Thursdays International Market free concessions, DJ, games, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. and Sundays aerial dancers and free food. Buffalo's Poet Laureate Jillian Hanesworth will be performing at 5pm and we will be doing a bookbag giveaway immediately after her performance! We will give away 250 bookbags, groceries, and provide information on various community resources during the free festival in a dignified manner to those in need. Four ways to find East Side Garden Walk Maps •Visit EastSideGardenWalk. com to download a printable PDF •Pick up at any downtown Buffalo Public Library •Free smartphone app at your app store •Visit the headquarters during the days and hours of the walk at either location: -Martin Luther King, Jr. Park near the Masten District sign -People’s Park, Main Street & Jewett Parkway •Pick up at The Foundry at 298 Northampton Street

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Home Going Services Set for Gary King

GOSPEL FEST 2022 THIS WEEKEND! The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and BPO Diversity Council join with the 36th annual Gospel Fest, coordinated by Bessie Patterson, to host two free events. On Saturday July 23 in MLK Park, the traditional ALL GOSPEL event will be held from 2 p.m. till 9p.m. Featured will be national recording artist Carrington Gaines along with some of Buffalo’s best including, Lady Kathy Bowman, Wynetta McElveen, Kimera Latimore, Damarka Wheeler, Moe Badger, Robin Adams, AngelVox, Pastor Craig Cauley & Chosen Fellowship Church of Niagara Falls N.Y., Delivered, Marchon Hamilton, Lindsay Niccs, Miquel-Haniffa Solier

Home going services will be held for Gary King on Saturday July 23. The wake will take place at 10 a.m. followed by an 11 a.m. funeral at Elim Christian Fellowship, 70 Chalmers Avenue. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Gary entered into rest July 11, 2022. He is the beloved son of the late Mathew and Sarah King; loving brother of ten; predeceased by five. He is survived by a host of nieces nephews, family and friends. Early in his career Gary was a beloved supporter and friend to The Challenger. Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences.

& Destiny Church, Bessie Patterson & The City-wide Choir and many more! On Sunday, July 24, A Concert For Healing will take place at the Johnnie B. Wiley Sports Pavilion at 4p.m. featuring the BPO and the dynamic Pastor and First Lady of Macedonia Baptist Church, Sirgourney Cook and Rev. Julian Cook conducted by Maestro JoAnn Falletta along with Assistant Con-

ductor Jaman E. Dunn. Rev. Cook is a classically trained baritone. First Lady Sirgourney Cook was the featured soloist in Duke Ellington’s “Concerts of Sacred Music” conducted

Community Outreach Day at Calvary Baptist Church

by Ellington’s protégé, Maestro Randall Keith Horton, at Boston University’s 2017

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Commemoration.

Hustle for Health annual Community Outreach Day at Calvary Baptist Church will take place Sunday, July 24. The day will begin with 10 a.m. Sunday Worship followed by fun and activities at 1:30 p.m. All former and present class attendees from Buffalo and Rochester are invited to join us as we lead the community in a line dance fitness session. Wear your Hustle for Health T Shirt. Calvary Baptist Church is located at 1184 Genesee Street, Buffalo .Rev. Corey B. Gipson is Pastor.

- SPIRITUAL LISTINGS House of Ya hshua

Greater Apostolic House of Prayer

Where Lives Are Being Changed

418 Hertel Avenue Buffalo, NY 14207 Bishop Michael D. Brooks And First Lady Brooks Saturday & Sunday Services 4 pm Wednesday Bible Study 6pm Prayer Wednesday and Thursdays 11 am - 1 pm More info: Apostle Jessica Gant at 716-388-9585.

1455 Fillmore Ave.

Buffalo, NY (716) 895-9633 Bishop Jacqueline Foye Mailing Address: P. 0. Box 695, Buffalo NY 14231

Macedonia Baptist Church

Second Chance Ministries

237 E. North St Buffalo, NY 14204

A Community Church

Rev. Julian Armand Cook, M.Div., Pastor (716) 886-3489 macedoniabaptist.info

381 E. Ferry St. Buffalo, NY

Ways to Worship Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. Arthur H. Boyd, PastorfT eacher www.macedoniabuffalo.com (716) 883-1481 click on "livestream" You Tube: Macedonia Baptist Church Buffalo Facebook: Macedonia Baptist Church Buffalo

Potter's House Church of God In Christ 279 Ingham Ave. Lackawana, NY

(716) 824-6691 Elder Daniel J. Lewis, Pastor

New Zion Baptist Church 318 High St. Buffnln NY 1 4?04 (716) 883-2250 Pastor John Williams

Promise Land Missionary Baptist Church

225 High Street Buffalo , NY 14204

(716) 878-3000 • (716) 878-6000 (Fax) Pastor D. Douglas & First Lady La Verne Tyson Blakely

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Mt. Olive Baptist Church 701 E. Delevan Buffalo, NY 14215

(716) 895-7494 Fax: (716)895-7619 Pastor Rev. William Gillison

Lincoln Memorial UMC Church

641 Masten Ave. Buffalo, NY 14209-1507

Join us for Worship on Sunday morning at 10 a.m. on Facebook Live and You Tube. Pastor George Nicholas (716) 884-7664 Email: lincolnumc641@outlook.com https:I lwww.lincolnumcbuffalo, com_

Temple of Christ Church 1230 Genesee St., Buffalo 14211

(716) 895-1353

www.templeofchristchurch.org District Elder Reginald E. Kerr, Pastor Lady Sarah Kerr, First lady

The Journey Church

2784 Seneca St. Buffalo, NY 14224

406 Sycamore (716) 202-0595 Buffalo, NY 1 journeychurchbuffalo.com Facebook: @thejourney4buffalo (716) 898-3357 https://plantnow.org/planters/art-hal I/ Pastor Art & Lady Rashika Hall welcome www.miraclemissions.com you to worship and serve with us! Dr. James A. Lewis Ill

St. John Baptist Church 184 Goodell St. Buffalo, NY 14204 (716) 852-4504 Pastor Rev. Michael Chapman

Cold Spring .. C.O.G.I.C.J. 107 Verplank St. Buffalo, NY 14214 (716) 882-2052 Pastor Elder Joseph Wallace

Midtown Bible Church 1722 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14209 Rev. Brent C. McCalister, Pastor

"My love is My stronghold; he that entereth therein is safe and secure, ... " Boh6'u'l/6h

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943 Jefferson Ave. Buffalo, NY 14204 (716) 886-2199 District Elder Robert L. Sanders, Jr., Senior Pastor Lady Anitris Sanders, First Lady

Antioch Baptist Church

Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ (COOLJC) 943 Jefferson Ave Buffalo, NY 14204 (716) 886-2199 Bishop Robert Sanders, Sr., Presiding Apostle Lady Janice Sanders, First Lady

1327 Fillmore Ave. Buffalo, NY 14211

Pastor Ulysees 0. Wingo Sr. (716) 895-0198 Fax: (716) 895-3612 Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Friendship Baptist Church

Mount Aaron Missionary Baptist Church

402 Clinton St. Buffalo NY 14204

540 Genesee St Buffalo NY 14202

(716) 847-1020 Rev. Edward Jackson Jr. Pastor

(716) 856-8035 Pastor Dwayne Jones

State Tabernacle

Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church

234 Glenwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14208

Phone: 716.884.5203 • Fax: 716.882.0257 ( 716) 886-30 l 2 Email: midtownbiblechurch@gmail.com Services: Sunday Schoel 9:30AM • Sunday Worship11AM Pastor: Elder Russell Bell Wednesday Bible Study:12 PM & 7PM (Zocm)

The Baha'i Faith

Greater Refuge Temple

Miracle Missions Full Gospel Church Inc.

Omega Fire Ministries 277 Masten Avenue Buffalo , NY 14209 Senior Pastor, John Kamara Service time Sundays at 2:00 PM Contact Number 716-370-4648

400 Northampton St. Buffalo NY 14208 (716) 885-8778 mtmoriahbuffalo@gmail.com Rev. Jeffrey C. Chambless

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‘It’s A Family Affair’ Honors Life Of Young Gun Victim

Sadie Strong Prayer Walk Bike Run For Breast Cancer Awareness Event On Saturday, July 23 Sadie Strong will host the 3rd Annual Sadie Strong Prayer Walk Bike Run for Breast Cancer Awareness event – from 8:30 am – 12 noon at Delaware Park. Sponsored by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Prayer Walk will begin in the St. George Orthodox Church parking lot located at 2 Nottingham Terrace, Buffalo, New York with prayer by Rev. William M. Blackford IV followed by the walk-bikerun around Delaware Park and a post-walk celebration. The Sadie Strong Prayer Walk Bike Run for Breast Cancer Awareness family friendly event will also offer health related resources and much more. For more information about Sadie Strong or to register for the Sadie Strong Prayer Walk Bike Run, visit www.SadieStrong.org.

he law firm John V. Elmore, P.C., is sponsoring “It’s a Family Affair,” an event in remembrance of Shaquelle “Quelle” Walker Jr. The family-friendly event on July 23 honors Walker, who, along with three others, was shot on July 5, 2021; he died of his injuries a few days later. Walker’s death is yet another tragic example of the danger posed by gun violence. Walker, who was 3 years old, was riding his bicycle at the time of the shooting. He and his family had been enjoying a late-night cookout at the Ferry Grider Homes apartment complex and watching a display of fireworks. “It’s a Family Affair” will take place July 23 at Ferry Grider Homes, 967 East Ferry Street, from 1 to 4 p.m. The family fun day will include food, non-alcoholic beverages, as well as free haircuts for children, provided by Urban Cuts Barber Shop. Those who attend can enjoy DJ-provided music, face painting, a bounce house, a sports card trading table, and a giveaway of clothing and books. In addition, mental health services will be provided by the Buffalo Urban League’s Self-Motivation Parents; free tablets will be offered to those who qualify; and education will be offered on the dangers of prescription and non-prescription drugs. “We have a lot of problems in the Buffalo minority communities,” said John V. Elmore, Esq. “It imperative for not only our elected officials and community activists to fight to create change, but also our business leaders. My daughter and I are pleased to play a role in honoring the memory of an innocent child whose life was stolen by senseless gun violence.” Elmore is a longtime ally of groups such as the Stop the Violence Coalition and Most Valuable Parents, working to support gun interdiction efforts in order to make our community safer. “We humbly and sincerely thank businesses and people like John Elmore, attorney at law, for helping us and sponsoring events like this, because they are so needed,” said Mia AyersGoss, executive director of Most Valuable Parents. “We can’t forget when a life is lost to gun violence. We don’t just want to talk about the problem, but the solutions. Events like ‘It’s a Family Affair’ provide a safe space for people to come and talk about their pain, and what we can do to reduce gun violence. It’s vital that we all work together on community education to keep our children safe.”

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27th Annual Pappy Martin Legacy - Masten Jazz Festival "Celebrating Women in Jazz" at MLK Park

or the Next two Sundays in July one of the most revered Jazz events in the community will grace the lawn at MLK Park. The 27th annual Pappy Martin Legacy Masten Jazz Festival kicks off this Sunday July 24 followed by Sunday July 31 . A well visited festival, folks from near and far eagerly arrive the wide lawn at the park with their chairs for some serious Jazz fellowship and a healthy dose of what’s new now and next in Jazz Music. The event is curated by Buffalo’s First Lady of Jazz, Dawn Martin Berry Walker, daughter of the late legend James Pappy Martin who founded the event back in 1996 in collaborated with Councilmember Byron Brown, Darryl Peebles, Council President James Pitts and Steve Porter. The purpose/goal was to implement an innovative community enhancement program entitled Masten Jazz Festival. His beloved daughter continues his legacy of presenting local, national and international artists to perform on the grand stage positioned on the side lawn of the Buffalo Museum of Science in MLK park. “My father, Pappy, built a legacy of offering this free festival so that the best of this music, called jazz, would be accessible to everyone in the community… We uphold his commitment by immortalizing his vision. He left us a great template and solid reputation for producing wonderful festivals, year after year,” Said Dawn. This years theme, “Celebrating Women in Jazz ,”will showcase the dynamic artistry of both the seasoned and emerging artists. There are some outstanding instrumental and vocal parings headlining the festival including Bassist, composer and festival favorite Curtis Lundy, best known for his work as part of jazz vocalist Betty Carter’s band who is also the Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective’s International Music Director with the savvy vocal grandeur of Brianna Thomas who has an Ella-esque skill and enthusiasm for scatting. The Baylor Project brings a sound steeped in the heart and soul of jazz. It is made up of husband and wife team Marcus Baylor, former drummer of the GRAMMY® Award-winning jazz quartet Yellowjackets, and his wife Jean Baylor, heavily influenced by artists like Carmen McRae, who made her mark as one-half of the platinum recording duo, Zhane. Endea Owens & The Cookout led by Julliard graduate Endea Owens, one of the most watched emerging bassists, has been mentored by greats like Rodney Whitaker and Ron Carter. Shamie Royston who was

noted by JazzTimes, as “a vigorous, versatile pianist,” performs with her quartet and multi-talented bassist, vocalist, producer Mimi Jones. Buffalo’s own legendary George Caldwell, who has served with the Count Basie Orchestra, the Duke Ellington Orchestra, and as leader of his own ensembles, performs with the melodious range fueled singer songwriter Curtis Lovell. Other amazing local acts include Darcel Blue, Carol McLaughlin with Joyce Carolyn, Zhanna Reed and Charles Reedy with Sandra Gilliam. This spirited jazz event among kindred lovers of the art form is sure to lift your spirits and educate your ear on women in jazz ! We look forward to seeing you on the lawn! The event is free and open to the public. To learn more about the Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective vist pmljazz.com The Jazz Festival Schedule Venue: Buffalo Museum of Science (Rear Lawn) - MLK Park 1020 Humboldt Parkway Sunday July 24 • 2pm - 8pm 2:00 Charles Reedy Quartet featuring Sandra Gilliam

2:45 George Caldwell with Curtis Lovell 4:00 Shamie Royston with Mimi Jones 5:45 Endea Owens & The Cookout 7:20 Darcel Blue Sunday July 31 • 2pm -8pm 2:00 Zhanna Reed 2:45 Love Supreme School of Music Students with Faculty 4:00 The Baylor Project 5:45 Curtis Lundy and UMOJA featuring Brianna Thomas 7:20 Carol McLaughlin featuring Joyce Carolyn

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SUMMER FESTIVALS AND EVENTS On Going Events Kuleta Pamoja (Come Together) outdoor market place every Saturday through September 25 at Johnnie B. Wiley Stadium, 1100 Jefferson Ave. Free. For info and opportunities call Latesha Wiley 716 390-0005 . Healing by the Water Event: Broderick Park Summer Freedom Celebrations Every Thursday and Sunday 5-8pm through September 20 at Foot of Ferry near Niagara Street. More info at brodericksummersupport. org . Free Scheduled Festivals and Events In July 36th Annual Gospel Fest Saturday July 23, 2-8pm at MLK Jr. Park. Free East Side Garden Walk Saturday July 23, 10am -3pm Free self-guided no tickets required Maps available at Downtown Public Library or online. go to eastsidegardenwalk.com for details. Free East Side Garden Walk Children’s Garden Festival Saturday July 23, 3:307:30 Box Avenue between Fillmore Ave. and Kehr Street. Details go to eastsidegardenwalk.com . Free 27th Annual Pappy Martin Legacy Masten Jazz Festival Sunday July 24 and Sunday July 31 from 2pm -8pm at Buffalo Museum of Science Rear Lawn in MLK Park 1020 Humboldt Pkwy. Go to pmljazz.com for more info. Free Buffalo Philharmonic Concert for Healing Sunday July 24, 4pm. Free Concert for more info visit bpo. org or call (716) 885-5000 or (716) 855-1569. Free Event East Side Garden Walk Sunday July 24 10am -3pm Free self-guided no tickets required Maps available at Downtown Public Library or online. go to eastsidegardenwalk.com for details. Free

2nd Annual Pilgrim Family Fest Friday July 29 through Sunday July 31 at Pilgrim Field 665 Michigan Ave. Fish Fry Friday July 29, 12-6pm. Concert and Fun Fest Saturday July 30, 11am -9:30pm. Stage Play featuring Gospel comedian Miss Swagga Nosey Sunday July 31. Info on pilgrimbaptistbflo.org or @pilgrimbaptistbflo on social media. Free The Colored Musicians Club 18th Annual Queen City Jazz Fest Saturday July 30 from 1pm – 8pm at the Buffalo Downtown Library, 1 Lafayette Square for more info on thecoloredmusiciansclub.com/ or @ thecoloredmusiciansclub on social media. Free Caribana Toronto 2022 Thursday July 29 and Sunday August 1. Go to caribanatoronto.com for all details updates.

21st Annual TD Jerk Fest Jerk Food and Music Festival Toronto Au-

gust 5th through 7th in Centennial Park in Etobicoke, 256 Centennial Park Road in Toronto. More Info and tickets go to jerkfestival.ca for details.

33rd Annual Pine Grill Jazz Reunion and Music Fest in MLK Park. Sunday

August 7 and Sunday August 14. Vendor hours from 1pm3pm Music Performances from 3pm-9pm. For more info go to aaccbuffalo.org .

Taking It To The Streets Annual Event August 20

and 21, 11am -7pm MLK Park. For more info contact Anita Williams at 716 8914760 or 716 507-1931

Buffalo Funk Fest Weekend (a Rick James tribute event) August 26,

27 and 28. On Friday Aug. 26 Jefferson Avenue Block Party 5pm -10pm on Jefferson @utica . On Saturday Aug. 27 Art of Funk, Noon – 6pm Jefferson @utica Sunday Aug. 28 Buffalo Funk Fest Music Event 4pm-10pm in MLK Park Questions and Info email marnettamalcolm@gmail. com

26 Annual Rochester Summer Soul Music Festival Weekend Friday August 26 through August 28. On Fri. Roc Summer Soul Tailgate 5pm-11pm Aug 26, at Frontier Field . Community Block Party and Job Fair 10am -4pm and the Stone Soul Saturday Concert 5:30pm – 11:30pm at Frontier Field. Roc Jam Live Summer Soul Sunday Edition Sunday Aug 28 from 2pm-9pm at MLK Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square. For all detail and info on both the free and ticketed events go to rocsummersoulfest.com

6th Annual Beau Fleuve Music and Arts Celebration Sunday August 28 starts at 2pm. This is an daylong Celebration at Buffalo Central Terminal 495 Paderewski Dr. For more info and tickets go to beaufleuvemusicarts.com and @ beaufleuvemusicarts on social media.

Legendary Rapper Lloyd Banks Coming To Buffalo Lloyd Banks will take the stage August 7th in Buffalo at VENUE, 75 West Chippewa. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.. on eventbrite.com and VIP tables or can be reserved by messaging VENUE on instagram or facebook. For questions or tickets about the show can contact Eventage Live at VenuBuffalo@gmail.com

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It turns out, robots can actually be racist if they are trained with certain artificial intelligence software. The results of a new study are thought to be the first to demonstrate that robots programmed with an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm exhibited gender and racial biases — favoring men over women, white people over people of color and making assumptions about people’s jobs based solely on their appearance, according to reports by Hub, the news center of Johns Hopkins University, and The Washington Post. “The robot has learned toxic stereotypes through these flawed neural network models,” said author Andrew Hundt, a postdoctoral fellow at Georgia Tech who co-conducted the work as a PhD student working in Johns Hopkins’ Computational Interaction and Robotics Laboratory.

Report: Blacks are Still Killed at Higher Rate by Police Than any Other Group New data reported in March showed the number of Black people killed by police has actually increased over the last two years. According to data collected by The Washington Post, police shot and killed at least 1,055 people nationwide last year, the most since the newspaper began tracking fatal shootings by officers in 2015. That is more than the 1,021 shootings in 2020 and the 999 in 2019. Black people, who account for 13 percent of the U.S. population, accounted for 27 percent of those fatally shot and killed by police in 2021, according to Mapping Police Violence, a nonprofit group that tracks police shootings.

TOPS: Reflections on the Reopening

By Myles Carter IG @myles4sheriff

ops reopened their doors to the public on Friday July 15. For some in the community, the opening is bittersweet. There remains a void that needs to be filled with respect to options for shopping for essentials in a densely populated urban market. Like so many Black communities, the options are limited, and without the Jefferson Avenue Tops, virtually non-existent. There are those in the community who believe that the loss is too great to even visit the idea of opening the doors to the public. When you speak with the survivors, many give a more practical account, one that reflects Tops as a corporation, and how they’re decision making comes down to dollars and cents. Dayatra Amber Hassan, however, is clear when she states: "We need food sovereignty.” She explains that we are not only struggling with access to good food, but we also struggle with information. Dayatra didn’t go into Tops on July 15th, their opening day that was eerily close to the two-month anniversary of the racist terror attack that took place there. Dayatra feels like there wasn’t any community input on whether Tops should re-open, and she says there was no community outreach that she’s aware of and the community was left unheard. The employee ceremony and the press conference were both held that Thursday before the opening. Tops did a lot to work with their employees to build their confidence ahead of their scheduled opening. They met regularly with their employees at the library on Jefferson, and they shared stories about other parties and gathering they had ahead of the Tops opening. The ceremony and press conference were hosted by the all-White corporate team, but the family atmosphere that exists amongst the employees of the store shined through the tensity of the situation. They cheered for one another as they filed in to take their seats, and they expressed love and gratitude for many of their leaders and co-workers. According to Tops, they expect over 75% of their employees to return to the store. Among those included is Brooklyn Hough, who was working at Tops on May 14th. Brooklyn wasn’t at the ceremony on May 14th, and according to her, she

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hasn’t returned to the store since the terror attack took place. In her account, Tops stopped paying their employees a week before the store opened and she was faced with the option to either struggle or return to work at a different Tops location. She attempted to return to work, and as a mother of two who used to enjoy the small freedom of work, she couldn’t handle the anxiety and has ultimately made the decision to leave Tops to focus on her health and healing. The Jefferson Avenue Tops store underwent a facelift prior to opening their doors back to the community. The produce department was expanded by 25%, they made upgrades to their self-checkout area, and upgrades were made to the flooring and overall aesthetic of the building. Local poet Jillian Hanesworth worked with Tops to develop a memorial for the tragic attack, featured in the front of the store before the exit. The corporate leaders talked about the enhanced security system, upgraded lighting in the parking lot, additional exits within the store and additional security that will be staffed at the Jefferson Ave location. Ultimately Tops reopening is one that leaves the community at varying levels. Some looking to rebuild with a sense of strength and resilience, while others unready to deal with the hurt that was left there. While Tops is officially open, the corporation has not refunded the transactions from May 14th and many survivors are still left to struggle. The accounts are numerous of people not being able to return to work, go grocery shopping and many unable to leave their home still months after the attack. Workers’ compensation and victim services have not kicked in for people like Brooklyn, while the corporation is pushing to return to normal.

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Embarrassed... On May 14 Tops Market on Jefferson Avenue was the scene of a mass shooting where 10 innocent people were murdered at the hands of a White supremacist, another three wounded and countless others still in trauma. The reopening took place last Friday to mixed emotions: some feeling it was too soon after the massacre, while others welcoming the newly designed Tops – still the only full scaled supermarket we have in the community. And that’s a very real issue. What options do the people on the East Side of Buffalo have? Are there any other major markets willing to financially invest its resources in the east side? Have any of our elected leaders reached out to other grocers to fill the gap? Days before the re-opening of Tops, I found it very amusing that on the corner of Jefferson and East Utica, where the Library is located, there is now a flower bed in front. And at the parking lot on Jefferson where the Family Dollar is located, the once cracked lot full of pot holes for years , had been paved just it time for the press conference announcing the re-opening of the Tops Market. The grass was cut and the bushes were neatly trimmed. These are all the signs of an EMBARRASSED city. Truth. When the cameras came rolling in, the WORLD saw the conditions under which Buffalo’s East Side residents were living ; a direct result of elected officials who FAILED to serve them. From my observation, many of our Black leaders were absent during the chaos, while some paraded themselves in front of the cameras and never really addressed the people affected. Many of the Black Clergy were also absent during all the chaos. Hats off to the handful who were out there daily. There was a decent turnout present when Rev. Al Sharpton came in town to speak. But Sharpton actually called out what he saw as hypocrisy in the pulpit. Again all these are signs of an embarrassed city where it’s all about “profit over the people”: i.e. a stadium over the people. My beloved people I urge you to look at your elected officials, the ones that you voted for, and ask yourself if they deserved your vote. The President and the Vice President of the United States both came to Buffalo. The routes that took them to see the funerals and the memorials, gave both elected officials and out of town dignitaries the chance to see how depressed the community looks.They saw the dilapidated buildings and the vacant fields. East side residents DEMAND MORE. We deserve more. Sadly it took the deaths of ten innocent people to get the little we’re getting right now. Elections are coming. People, we must demand more or vote them OUT. And finally, we should have term limits for the office of the mayor and definitely the common council! I'm jus sayin...

ROCHESTER Continued from page 2 for decades. The fact that media pundits, governmental and business officials, and other powerful, "important" people keep dancing around the fundamental truth (as opposed to facing it head-on), that RPD, like all other major institutions in this thoroughly racist, white-supremacist-based society, especially and particularly those involved with so-called criminal "justice" and law enforcement, which is racist to the core It's not possible to solve problems, while at the same time, denying their existence. Additionally, I am always baffled by the deafening silence of most so-called anti-racist activists, educators, and "allies" when these kinds of situations arise, Lastly, the recent case is very, important. It represents the perfect test case regarding the (finally operative) Rochester Police Accountability Board's seriousness, and/or capability to hold the Rochester Police Department accountable for potentially illegal, and definitely inappropriate misbehavior. Time will tell, as it always does.

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Let's Talk About Jefferson Avenue! POETRY The Jefferson Avenue Tops Supermarket has reopened but it is not a slam dunk by any means as many residents have mixed feelings about it reopening so soon at the location where ten members from our community were slaughtered. There are those who are happy to see it reopen, and others who feel the community was not involved in the decision when or even whether or not, the supermarket should reopen at that exact location. Still others feel that nothing short of a permanent memorial should be built on that sacred and holy ground. With the supermarket's reopening ceremony last Friday, it seems that the issue has been settled. That may be so, but protests against the store reopening so soon after the massacre are steadily growing. We Are Women Warriors believe that conversations with the community about how the city can improve the areas around the store can be more productive than continuing to protest the reopening of a supermarket already opened for business. A more positive move would be for the city and the community that was left out of the discussion about when the store should reopen, to begin the conversation about what can be done to improve and redevelop lots and buildings on Jefferson Avenue that have been abandoned or neglected for years. Conversations about what kind of businesses should be located on the Jefferson Avenue commercial strip need to be held now since Gov. Kathy Hochul has designated a ton of money for the area . A conversation about the terrible condition of the street and missing or crumbling curbs needs to be held, as well. We Are Women Warriors will host its next 'No Excuses' Community Forum to give residents a chance to give input on what types of economic development is needed on Jefferson to make it viable to all residents, including those who say they will never again shop at the supermarket. Speakers will have up to 5 minutes during the 3-hour meeting to articulate how we can make Jefferson Ave, the restored economic ' heart and soul' of the Black community that it used to be, decades ago. The community forum will be held Thursday, July 28, from 5-8 PM,at the Frank E. Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave. Speakers may sign up in advance by calling 716-6025877. Elected officials, city planners, developers and potential business owners are encouraged to attend. For more information or to sign up to speak, please call Betty Jean Grant @ 716-602-5877.

Trailblazer Sign Dedication Ceremony for Kat Massey

We Are Women Warriors, Ellicott District Councilmember Darius G. Pridgen, Pastor Frank Bostic of Pilgrim Baptist Church, and the Family of the late Ms. Katherine 'Kat' Massey, will be participating in a City of Buffalo Trailblazer Sign Dedication Ceremony in Kat's honor, at the park located at the intersection of Cherry Street and Jefferson Avenue, on Friday, July 29 at 1pm. The public is invited. Katherine 'Kat' Massey grew up, and was raised, in the house she was living in before she was murdered in the racist, white supremacist attack at Tops Supermarket, on Saturday, May 14th. Kat was instrumental in getting New York State to incorporate the African Adinkra Symbols that adorn the concrete wall, that separates the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Expressway, from the homes that line Cherry Street These cultural symbols can now be seen on the windows of the Jefferson Avenue TOPS Supermarket, where Kat made her heavenly transition. Kat helped organized the Cherry Street Block Club, and during the 1990s, she worked closely with the legendary Ms. Althea Ware, and the Friendly Fruit Belt Block Club Coalition, to help improve the quality-of-life available to residents of the Fruibelt Neighborhood. The Trailblazer Signs honoring Ms. Katherine 'Kat' Massey, will designate Cherry St., from Mortimer Street, to Jefferson Avenue, as "Katherine 'Kat' Massey Way". The ceremony will start promptly, at 1pm.

A Tribute to the Lives Lost in the Tops Massacre May 14, 2022 Let the hopeful healing waters flow Ushering in a rebirth of our sense of self Let the flowing waters remind us of time Current yet fleeting like life itself Large yet within reach just as the ancestors Let the hopeful healing waters flow Cleansing all pain and fear All hurt and regret Let the water heal our people Reminding us that even our small marks On this huge world are necessary Let the hopeful healing waters flow Let the water tell the stories of those that came before us Those who fought and believed for us Those with the strength and power of a high tide Those with the meekness of a still pond Let the beauty of the unknown offer comfort and hope For within water there will always be life Jillian Hanesworth Poet Laureate - Buffalo, NY

This poem appears at the memorial "water wall" in Tops Market on Jefferson Avenue as a permanent tribute to the lives lost in the May 14 massacre by a white supremacist.

Waiting on a Decision

Will the City be Allowed to Hear the Truth and Witness What True Justice Looks Like in the Jonathan Parker Case? As we celebrated the Juneteenth holiday, signifying the freedom of Black Americans from enslavement, there's one person that is still waiting on his freedom or a chance at an evidentiary hearing that would bring freedom one day closer. That man is Jonathan Parker, who is still waiting on Judge James Bargnesi to render his decision as to whether Jonathan can have that hearing. Judge Bargnesi is sitting on the case and has been seen as unfavorable by his peers. During his unopposed run for the Eighth Judicial District in 2015 the Erie County Bar Association said they did not recommend Bargnesi for the position. He appealed the rating and the decision still came back as not recommended. Former state Attorney General Dennis C. Vacco told Buffalo News at the time “It's hard to fathom that a person with 18 years in District Attorney's Office should not be recommended for a position in a court that deals primarily with criminal law.” At around the same time that DA Flynn was soon to take over the office after previous Frank Sedeita III was moving to the bench as well. During Bargnesi’s time as an assistant district attorney he worked on another case, Josue Ortiz, where he continued to insist that Oritz was guilty even after police and the FBI said he was wrongfully convicted. Ortiz stayed in prison for an additional 3 years until DNA exonerated him. Jonathan needs justice and the system continues to conspire against him. Even after false witness accounts and several going as far as to recant their statements, he remains waiting for that day. Over the last decade alone there have been exonerated and vindicated individuals that have had their cases heard in Erie County. The number of cases that resemble Jonathan stands at 10, but there are so many more cases out there that need that one person to actually hear them. The family of Jonathan Parker is hoping that day will come as soon as the court hears him out. Just like James Bargnesi needed someone to hear him and believe he can deliver justice fairly. In a few weeks we hope that Judge Bargnesi will deliver Justice by letting the city hear the truth and witness what true Justice looks like. -Submitted by Justice For Jonathan Parker Committee

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ish Spain, while in Christian Europe, 99 percent of the population was illiterate, and even kings could neither read nor write. At a time when Europe had only two universities, the Moors had seventeen, located in Almeria, Cordova, Granada, Juen, Malaga, Seville, and Toledo. In the 10th and 11th centuries, public libraries in Europe were nonexistent, while Moorish Spain could boast of more than 70, including one in Cordova that housed hundreds of thousands of manuscripts. Universities in Paris and Oxford were established after visits by scholars to Moorish Spain. It was this system of education, taken to Europe by the Moors, that seeded the European Renaissance and brought the continent out of the 1,000 years of intellectual and technological gloom of the Middle Ages. Source: Blackhistorystudies. LEGAL NOTICE RFP REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES 21-27-CF The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority will receive sealed bids for BMHA Job No.21-27-CF, Boiler Replacements at 279 & 305 Perry St. Perspective offerors are strongly encouraged to attend a Pre-Submittal meeting to be held on Friday, July 22, 2022 at 10:00 AM, at the Capital Improvements Office, 320 Perry Street, Buffalo, New York 14204. Sealed proposals must be received by 10:00 AM, Friday, August 5, 2022. Bids received after the stated time will not be accepted. Proposals will be opened and publicly read aloud immediately after the specified closing time. Contract Documents are available at Construction Exchange, or via email, tfields@bmhahousing. com. The BMHA reserves the right to reject any bid which fails to conform to the essential items required by the contract documents, and to reject

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT ERIE COUNTY U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, Plaintiff against JENNIFER G. FLANNERY, ERIE COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR, AS ADMINISTRATOR C.T.A. OF THE ESTATE OF JUNE M. CURLEY A/K/A JUNE CURLEY, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., Woodbridge Corporation Plaza, 485B Route 1 South, Suite 330, Iselin, NJ 08830. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 28, 2022, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Closing Room of the Erie County Clerk's Office located on the first floor of 92 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202 on August 18, 2022 at 10:30 AM. Premises known as 1740 Parker Boulevard, Tonawanda, NY 14150. Sec 53.84 Block 5 Lot 11. All that certain property situate in the Town of Tonawanda, County of Erie and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $93,322.04 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 811153/2019. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidder are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. Daria Pratcher, Esq., Referee NY201900000708-1 July 14, 21, 28, August 4

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING In the Matter of the Application of The Buffalo City Cemetery, Inc. d/b/a Forest Lawn Group For Consent to take land for Cemetery Purposes in the County of Erie through merger NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Erie County Legislature will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 2:00 PM in the Chambers of the Erie County Legislature, located on the 4th Floor of the Old County Hall, 92 Franklin St., Buffalo, NY. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to consider public testimony regarding the proposed merger of The Clarence Fillmore Cemetery (“Clarence Fillmore”), consisting of what is commonly known as the “The Clarence Fillmore Cemetery” which includes approximately 12.6 acres located at 4580 Ransom Road, Clarence, New York with and into The Buffalo City Cemetery, Inc. d/b/a Forest Lawn Group (the “Forest Lawn Group”). Any person interested in the above matter may be heard at said public hearing. Following the Public Hearing, the Forest Lawn Group will make application at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Erie County Legislature, held in the Chambers of the Erie County Legislature, located on the 4th Floor of the Old County Hall, 92 Franklin St., in the City of Buffalo, New York, or any adjournment thereof, for consent to merge with Clarence Fillmore. Dated: Buffalo, New York, June 20, 2022 BY ORDER OF THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK. By ROBERT M. GRABER, Clerk, Erie County Legislature June 23,30 July 7,14,21,28

LEGAL NOTICE 7/20/2022 TOWN OF HAMBURG DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT “ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDDERS” Sealed Bids Are Hereby Requested For Project 2022 - 03: “Infrastructure Reconstruction” All in accordance with specifications on file with the Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office, Hamburg Town Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075. Said specifications may be obtained from the Hamburg Town Clerk during regular business hours, Monday through Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (One (1) “Bid Package” may be collected at no charge. Additional “Bid Packages” can be purchased for $50.00 each. Funds paid for additional Bid Packages will NOT be returned. Checks for additional Bid Packages should be made payable to the: “Hamburg Town Clerk”. Said bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Hamburg Town Hall conference room at 11:00 a.m. local time (according to the clock within Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office) on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 and thereafter considered by the Town of Hamburg. Attention is called to the fact that Community Development Funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are being used to reconstruct approximately 1,988 linear feet of road within the Village of Blasdell. Due to the use of federal CDBG funds, compliance with Title VI and other applicable provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Executive Order 11246 (Buffalo Plan); Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 as amended; Section 109 of Order 11625 (Utilization of Minority Business Enterprises); Davis-Bacon and Related Acts is required. “The Town reserves the right to reject all bids and to waive any informalities.” Sealed Bids Must Be Marked: “2022 INFRASTRUCTURE RECONSTRUCTION” Dated: July 20, 2022 Catherine Rybczynski; Town Clerk Town of Hamburg

LEGAL NOTICE RFP COUNTY OF ERIE 95 FRANKLIN STREET BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES County of Erie, New York RFP RELEASE The Erie County Department of Social Services is seeking proposals from qualified agencies to provide a Community Needs Assessment. The RFP #2022-038VF can be found at http://www.erie.gov and a complete copy of the package can also be obtained by contacting Carrie Godfrey at 716-858-6086, or via Carrie.Godfrey@erie.gov. All correspondence, communications and/or contact with the County in regard to any aspect of this proposal shall be with the ECDSS contact person listed on the specific RFP. Prospective proponents, or their representatives, shall not make contact with or communicate with any representatives of the County, including employees and consultants, other than the designated person in regard to any aspect of this proposal. Sealed bids are due to the Erie County Department of Social Services by 4:00 p.m. (EST) on August 8, 2022. Erie County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and waive any informality. Marie A. Cannon, Commissioner of Social Services

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF ERIE WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST E, Plaintiff, v. ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF THE LATE ROBERT J. BARKSDALE, JR. A/K/A ROBERT BARKSDALE, JR. A/K/A ROBERT J. BARKSDALE A/K/A ROBERT BARKSDALE, ET AL, Defendants. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the office of the County Clerk of Erie County on June 06, 2022, I, Etido Udousoro, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on August 23, 2022 at the Closing Room of the Erie County Clerk`s Office located on the first floor of 92 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 at 10:30 AM, County of Erie, State of New York, the premises described as follows: 41 Haven Street Buffalo, NY 14211 SBL No.: 101.33-6-25 ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the City of Buffalo, County of Erie, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 808832/2018 in the amount of $32,773.02 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Arden L. Florian Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Plaintiff's Attorney 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 72520 July 21, 28, August 4, 8

LEGAL NOTICE For Public Release The Erie County Department of Senior Services is currently seeking Proposal Statements from qualified vendors interested in creating a website providing video conferencing, event scheduling, and promotion, to be shared by senior centers throughout the county. A formal question and answer session will take place on Friday, July 22, 2022, at 2:30 pm. Proposals are due by 4 pm on August 8, 2022. Please send all correspondence to Erin Mahoney at erin. mahoney@erie.gov. You can find the link to the Request for Proposal here: https://www3.erie.gov/purchasing/requests-proposals-construction-bids.

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE AT&T proposes to modify an existing facility (new tip heights 98.5’, 101.9’, 103’, 103.7’ 107.1, & 108.2’) on the building at 335 Summer St, Buffalo, NY (20220825). Interested parties may contact Scott Horn (856809-1202) (1012 Industrial Dr., West Berlin, NJ 08091) with comments regarding potential effects on historic properties.

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Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company Alpha & Omega Contracting and Consulting Services, LLC filed 9-2018 Office: Erie Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 671 Northumberland Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 Purpose: All lawful July 7, 14,21,28 August 4, 11

Request for Proposals for Professional Auditing Services for the Erie County Industrial Development Agency The Erie County Industrial Development Agency and Western Region Corporation are jointly soliciting proposals from public accounting firms to perform financial and compliance audits of the ECIDA and its affiliated corporations. Interested firms that did not receive a request for proposals and are interested in submitting a proposal may contact Mollie Profic, CFO, by calling (716) 856-6525 ext. 123 or on our website at www. ecidany.com. Responses must be received by 4:00 on August 26, 2022.

LLC Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company Name of LLC: D’Zyerable Nails LLC Date of filing of Articles of Organization with the NY Dept of State: August 14, 2020 Office of the LLC: Erie County The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: 24 Pleasant pl Avenue, Buffalo NY, 14208 Purpose of LLC: Any lawful purpose permitted for LLCs under NY Limited Liability Company Act June 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14,21

LLC Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company Best Of Both Worlds Spanish & Soul LLC, Date of Filing Articles of Organization with NY Dept. of State February 25th 2022. Office of LLC, 40 Lawrence Place Buffalo NY 14213 in Erie County.The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of process to the LLC at 40 Lawrence Place Buffalo NY 14213. Purpose of LLC is to serve food to the people and community of WNY. June 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14,21

LLC Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Jess Nailin it Nailtique LLC filed Articles of Organization with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 3/16/22. Office location: Erie County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 583 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14223. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. July 21, 28, August 4,11,18,25

LLC Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company JOHN CAMPFIELD & ASSOCIATES L.L.C. filed with SSNY on 4/18/2022. 946 Main St. Buffalo. NY 14202. County of Erie. LEGALINC Corporate Services Inc. designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of process to LLC at 1967 WEHRLE DRIVE SUITE 1 #086 BUFFALO NY 14221. Purpose: Life Insurance, Mediation, Business Mentorship. Life Coaching. July 21, 28 August 4,11,18,25

LLC Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company PeteTheGod LLC filed Articles of Organization with the NY Dept. of State: March 18, 2022. Office of the LLC: Western New York Law Center, 37 FRANKLIN STREET SUITE 210 Buffalo, NY, 14202, Erie County. NYSS may mail a copy of process to the LLC: 222 Lisbon ave Buffalo NY,14215. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. July 21, 28, August 4,11,18,25

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